Cost Accountant

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Job description

Must have worked in a manufacturing company previously, food manufacturing would be highly preferred

Has to have previous successful experience working as a Cost Accountant, Plant Cost Accountant, or similar

MBA is preferred - looking for someone polished/professional as this person will potentially interact with our customers (Sam's Club, Walmart, etc.)

Clear communication skills a must

Reports to VP of Finance

We are seeking an experienced, detail-oriented, and analytical Cost Accountant to join our growing Finance Team in this newly created position! As Cost Accountant, you will collect, analyze, and report on cost accounting data. This includes preparing standard cost reports, monitoring inventory levels, cost comparisons, product costing analysis, tracking variances and making journal entries. You will also collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting processes. If you have a strong finance background, an analytical mindset and excellent problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply and join our fast-growing team. We'll help you reach your career goals with a nurturing environment, industry-standard benefits and abundant learning opportunities in the finance domain.
Qualifications:

A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Finance or related field.

3+ years of experience in the accountancy field or an equivalent role.

Proficiency in accounting software like Tally, Microsoft Dynamics, QuickBooks or Peachtree and well-acquainted with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

Exceptional ability to think critically and make decisions based on data analysis.

Excellent communication and presentation skills in discussing financial reports with company stakeholders.

Passion for numbers and competence in assessing larger datasets.

An aptitude for mathematics, statistics, and various cost analysis techniques.

Unswerving critical, analytical, and interpretation capabilities.

Willingness to work in a team or individually, as required.

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